When everyone’s got their eyes on a recipe, you know it must have something special that you will want to try! That’s the case for these 10 vegan viral recipes that went viral last week. They’re some of the best, and trust us when we say that you don’t want to miss out on these incredible viral recipe creations from our bloggers!

We also highly recommend downloading the Food Monster App  — with over 15,000 delicious recipes it is the largest plant-based recipe resource to help you get healthy! And, don’t forget to check out our Popular Trends Archives!

1. Easy Pickled Red Cabbage

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Look at that color! Plus add a big bonus for gut health. Top your salads with this gorgeous Easy Pickled Red Cabbage by Robin for some extra nutrients!

2. Pan-Fried Pesto Gnocchi

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This Pan-Fried Pesto Gnocchi by Keri Bevan is the perfect family-friendly midweek meal. Crispy on the outside, fluffy in the middle with a garlicky spinach and basil pesto – this is comfort food at its finest.

3. Naan Bread

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Homemade naan is generally cooked in a cast iron skillet or a non-stick pan. It does miss out the charred flavor of the clay oven but is soft and very tender, blistered here and there and very delicious. This Naan Bread by Namita Tiwari goes very well with soups, curries and Indian-style curry dishes with gravies.

4. Banana Nut Muffins

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Moist and fluffy banana muffins studded with chunks of walnuts. These Banana Nut Muffins by Taavi Moore are perfectly spiced and sweetened with simple ingredients.

5. Sesame Cauliflower Bites

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These Sesame Cauliflower Bites by Annie Kimmelman are sweet, filling, sticky, and so flavorful.

6. Karipap: Malaysian Curry Empanadas 

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It is believed that curry puffs were created by the Malay people from the Malays Peninsula and they closely resemble the Portuguese empanada. They are widely available at Malay or Indian street food stalls, cafés, and marketplaces. In Malaysia, curry puffs are a snack enjoyed by every person of all ages. They are usually eaten for breakfast, as afternoon snacks, or an entrée. These Karipap: Malaysian Curry Empanadas by Daphne Goh are also perfect as finger food for parties and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

7. Mushroom Walnut Pate

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If you’re looking for a delicious pate recipe, this Mushroom Walnut Pate by Robin Coarts and Jules Schnedeker is it!

8. Ultimate Mac and Cheese

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When it comes to this Ultimate Vegan Mac + Cheese recipe, it is by far more than a fork full of goodness! Super creamy, ‘cheesy’, and loaded with flavor, this Ultimate Mac and Cheese by Shanika Graham-White is made from gluten-free macaroni, savory seasonings, nutritional yeast, and cashews soaked overnight (which makes the cream cheese base).

9. Sweet Chili Cauliflower Wings

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These Sweet Chili Cauliflower Wings by Robin Browne are all things sweet and spice. They are breaded, loaded with flavor, and vegan to boot. The outside of the cauliflower is toasty, and the inside is soft and baked. And once the crispy cauliflower is topped with the sweet chili sauce, you’ll be smacking your lips and digging in for more.

10. The Ultimate Vegan Grilled Cheese Sandwich

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This sandwich nails all the categories you want in grilled cheese: crusty golden brown bread, gooey melted cheese, and a smidgen of color and extra texture from some veggies. This The Ultimate Vegan Grilled Cheese Sandwich by Emily von Euw is the ultimate grilled cheese!

Learn How to Cook Plant-Based Meals at Home

Reducing your meat intake and eating more plant-based foods is known to help with chronic inflammation, heart health, mental wellbeing, fitness goals, nutritional needs, allergies, gut health, and more! Unfortunately, dairy consumption also has been linked to many health problems, including acne, hormonal imbalance, cancer, prostate cancer, and has many side effects. 

For those interested in eating more plant-based, we highly recommend purchasing one of our many plant-based cookbooks or downloading the Food Monster App which has thousands of delicious recipes making it the largest vegan recipe resource to help reduce your environmental footprint, save animals and get healthy! And, while you are at it, we encourage you to also learn about the environmental and health benefits of a plant-based diet.

Here are some resources to get you started:

• Weekly Vegan Meal Plans
• Plant-Based Health Resources
• Plant-Based Food & Recipes
• The Ultimate Guide to Plant-Based Nutrition
• Plant-Based Nutrition Resources
• Budget-Friendly Plant-Based Recipes
• High Protein Plant-Based Recipes
• Plant-Based Meal Prep

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